This project with Lili at @the.barbell.ballerina was an incredible experience to bring to life. We set out to create something you don’t often see in ballet films - raw, gritty, and intense. A piece that pushes past tradition and highlights a new way to train.
Checkout more about Lilli’s new app and training methodology at @the.barbell.ballerina
Huge thanks to our amazing crew who gave it their all on a long shoot day. Your talent and energy made this vision possible. 🙌
Crew:
DP & Director: Phil Skulte @skltp
Cam Op: Christian Spraungel @chrissspraungel
1st AC: Daniel Tyler @danpanaway
Dolly Cam Op & Swing: Charlie Flatten @charlieflatten
BTS/Associate Producer/Swing: Anna Berger @anna_berger5298
Edit/Color/SFX: Phil Skulte @skltp
A strong testimonial does more than talk, it shows.
Too often, testimonial videos stop at a client explaining why they love a product or service. That has value. But what’s even more compelling is seeing that relationship in motion, how teams collaborate, problem-solve, and build trust over time.
For this piece with NetSPI and their client Trimble, we started with the interview. Trimble shared how NetSPI helped secure their IT infrastructure. But we didn’t stop there.
We filmed them working together—in real time. • Reviewing dashboards • Making decisions • Leaning on each other’s expertise
That kind of footage adds depth and authenticity you can’t script. You could feel the trust and mutual respect, and that’s what makes this story resonate.
It didn’t just say the partnership works. It showed us.
After several projects with NetSPI, one thing’s clear: cybersecurity might be behind the scenes, but the people behind it deserve center stage.
Each shoot has given us a deeper appreciation for the experts keeping digital systems secure. This latest work with Trimble reminded us just how mission-critical (and fascinating) this world is. We showed up to capture a testimonial, and walked away with a renewed respect for the people doing this essential work.
Big thanks to the team at NetSPI for continuing to trust us with your client stories. We’re proud to help bring them to life.
Why Testimonials Matter. There’s nothing more powerful than a client putting their name—and reputation—behind your work.
We recently teamed up with NetSPI, a leading cybersecurity firm, to create a testimonial featuring Trimble, one of their longtime partners.
In IT security, trust is everything. And in this piece, Trimble didn’t just share praise, they made it clear, choosing NetSPI was a decision that made their IT security safer.
This is exactly why we believe in testimonial videos. They’re not just endorsements, they’re proof. They show how strong partnerships lead to real, measurable impact.
From warehouse floors to delivery trucks to the retail counter, this shoot was all about capturing DSG employees in the places where they shine.
We spent the day documenting their team in action: serving customers, solving problems, and keeping industries moving.
The goal? To create a culture video that reflects the pride, purpose, and people behind DSG’s promise of Building Futures.
Real work. Real people. Real ownership.
There’s something especially rewarding about taking a concept from storyboard to screen, especially when it’s part of a brand refresh.
This commercial-style shoot for DSG was all about elevating their message through clear, intentional visuals. From scripting the voiceover to framing each shot with purpose, we worked closely with their team to reflect not just what they do, but who they are.
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We teamed up with DSG (Dakota Supply Group) to help bring their story to life, one built on ownership, pride, and shared purpose.
From the warehouse floor to the leadership team, every person plays a role in building futures. This wasn’t just a shoot—it was a chance to spotlight a company where every employee is an owner.
🎥 Filmed in one day with a lean, 3-person crew
✍️ Fully storyboarded, scripted, and produced in-house
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Below zero outside. T-shirt weather inside.
We partnered with Thrivent to tell the story of Appetite for Change, a remarkable organization they support in North Minneapolis. The greenhouse where we filmed wasn’t just warm thanks to geothermal tech from the University of Minnesota, it radiated with energy, joy, and possibility.
This after-school program gives kids a place to gather, learn, and grow...literally. Projects like this are a reminder that even in the dead of winter, life finds a way to thrive.
Appetite for Change invites teens into the greenhouse after school to explore gardening, nutrition, and food systems. Watching them light up with curiosity, asking questions, tasting new ingredients, proudly showing off their plants, was a highlight for our entire team.
With support from Thrivent, this program creates a safe, hands-on space where kids can explore, play, and grow. We approached the shoot the same way, by staying curious, listening closely, and capturing honest, joyful moments.
Thrivent doesn’t just talk about impact, they invest in it.
We were honored to collaborate with them to share the story of Appetite for Change, a nonprofit that’s reimagining how young people connect with food, community, and opportunity.
This greenhouse is more than a garden. It’s a classroom, a safe haven, and a space where kids grow in every sense of the word. Being part of that story, immersed in the space, learning alongside the teens, was deeply rewarding.
A few more frames and BTS from our branded documentary for Homeward Health. We told the story of Jenny, the company's founder and CEO's journey from growing up in a small town to starting a company that provides healthcare services to rural communities.
Director/DP: @skltp
Cam Op: @cullflem
Cam Op: @wespapp
Makeup: @halirhiann
Location Sound: Scott Buckley
BTS Photos: @cullflem
Our branded documentary for Homeward Health tells the origin story of Jenny, the company's founder and CEO. We followed Jenny through her home town hearing heartwarming stories from her upbringing and what motivated her to start a company that provides healthcare services to rural communities.
Director/DP: @skltp
Cam Op: @cullflem
Cam Op: @wespapp
Makeup: @halirhiann
Location Sound: Scott Buckley
